Why These Custom Knives Are Expensive (But So Worth It)

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2 жыл бұрын

A well-made knife takes time, energy, and precision to make. All that considered, it’s no surprise that their prices can vary greatly. We’ve all heard of Japanese and American knife makers but in today’s video we meet Filipino Sean Alonzo (otherwise known as Balete Blades), who is making a name for himself in this industry.
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@digitaltavern
@digitaltavern 2 жыл бұрын
I met this guy once during an Arnis class. Wow good to see the success he's achieved with his knives. Good job, Sean.
@yoshuavillar
@yoshuavillar 2 жыл бұрын
Ganda ng production grabe, thank you for featuring local craftsmanship such as this. Galing!
@TasteOfTheProvince
@TasteOfTheProvince 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again FEATR for featuring and promoting Filipino knife maker. Salute to all our talented kababayan.
@betskie1
@betskie1 2 жыл бұрын
I’m a cook and I’m amazed this kind of knifes for sure I will buy one of his knife. I support my Filipino family.
@toshiyukisuzuki7610
@toshiyukisuzuki7610 2 жыл бұрын
Jaw-dropping artistry, passion and craftsmanship from a young person. Go, Sean, show the world what you are fully capable of! The Chinese cleaver at the end of the video is a dream knife. She's a beauty!
@yoinkaim1499
@yoinkaim1499 2 жыл бұрын
You do realize all of the knifes had almost the same design? Only the type of knife's change's,so riddle me this what was so unique about this?
@chefknivesenthusiast
@chefknivesenthusiast 2 жыл бұрын
I have been eyeballing your knives for years and hope to purchase one of your knives one day! Very nice video and good to learn more about you besides just looking at your knives.
@arvinjaca2356
@arvinjaca2356 10 ай бұрын
where can you find his fb page to make an order?
@jonmallorca2358
@jonmallorca2358 2 жыл бұрын
The damascus blends with the design, this dude really knows whats he's doing. Kudos to you sir!
@1967250s
@1967250s 2 жыл бұрын
Been a knife critic since being a young model maker using xactos. Few impress me, and I use many different types of them a LOT! This was a breath of fresh air. More like a shot of oxygen. Stunning design and execution. A piece of art made to be used.
@dfunk-vd5nr
@dfunk-vd5nr 2 жыл бұрын
Such a fan of these knives. Will eventually get one. Happy to see his knives showcased here. ❤️
@roma5219
@roma5219 Жыл бұрын
I can watch this for couple of times and not get tired. No narration. Genius! God bless all people who made this video. Thanks so much 🙏
@ricknielsen6
@ricknielsen6 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve made over 120 custom knives. That fit the person I was making them for. Custom blades and custom etching. Your blades are wonderful.
@AngryKittens
@AngryKittens 2 жыл бұрын
From the sheer amount of blades that we had during pre-colonial times, none of them exactly like each other. His unique knives kinda fit the theme.
@veganpotterthevegan
@veganpotterthevegan 2 жыл бұрын
Pretty disappointed they're not really forged considering the price. I'd have no issue spending this much for a knife. But it's really not a great skill to grind metal. His skill is in design which he succeeds with.
@AngryKittens
@AngryKittens 2 жыл бұрын
@@veganpotterthevegan Weren't they? I thought he forged them.
@veganpotterthevegan
@veganpotterthevegan 2 жыл бұрын
@@AngryKittens just little hammer marks for looks
@juandelacruz5247
@juandelacruz5247 2 жыл бұрын
@@veganpotterthevegan How do you know they are not forged? Have you bought one? I can see atleast 3 layers of metals in his knives. A steel core, copper layer, and damascus layer. I don't think you can produce this kind of layering without forge. I am not a blade smith but I used to watch "Forged in Steel", so I kind a have an idea how these layering are produced.
@veganpotterthevegan
@veganpotterthevegan 2 жыл бұрын
@@juandelacruz5247 He's buying blanks that way. It's pretty obvious he's just cutting these from stock and hammering a tiny bit for looks. *I'm a metalsmith...
@ericgerald4551
@ericgerald4551 2 жыл бұрын
So good to see you so intimately involved in your craft, Sean, and to see your labour of love captured in this video! Cheers!
@wngimageanddesign9546
@wngimageanddesign9546 2 жыл бұрын
These are some of the most distinct designs I've seen in knives in a very long time. Chapeau!
@JhunM69
@JhunM69 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! What an amazing guy... you can tell every word that came out of his mouth are real, it's him, it's how he felt. So it's not surprising how beautiful the knives he had made (yes I looked up his FB account and found some pictures there). He's amazing, simply amazing... would be cool if I could get to meet him one day...
@scottpitner4298
@scottpitner4298 2 жыл бұрын
Way to go dude! Keep doing what you love if you can
@akivameola2558
@akivameola2558 2 жыл бұрын
What I cant believe is your production quality with the tools at your disposal. A well equipped shop, but still impressive considering the quality
@ubasubas3097
@ubasubas3097 2 жыл бұрын
Sir Sean I wanna have one, you are so talented! Thank you FEATR for featuring him. ❤️
@shareorshelve
@shareorshelve 2 жыл бұрын
This was so amazing to watch!! Great to discover and learn more about local artisans. Those knives are stunning and the attention, thought, and care put into their creation is amazing. Thank you for this episode!
@chesterallantangub8758
@chesterallantangub8758 2 жыл бұрын
WOW, the production is something undeniably so goooooood! Plus, the outro sound is fuc*n brilliant!
@leslieonabudget
@leslieonabudget 2 жыл бұрын
Those knives are beautiful, It's a dream to own one of those fine, fine knives.
@juliusrigorestrada6023
@juliusrigorestrada6023 2 жыл бұрын
Yea the blades are unreal, so is your research and production. The quality of your vids are topnotch.
@em0rej
@em0rej 2 жыл бұрын
This is my Dream Knife. Sean is such an artist
@1911Zoey
@1911Zoey 2 жыл бұрын
Yung uniqueness talaga for every knife. Papatok talaga to doon sa enthusiasts at sa mga chef pati rin sa yayamaning collectors. Kahit ordinaryong tao pag nakita to pag-iipunan talaga dahil napakaganda ng quality.
@colab_stdio
@colab_stdio 2 жыл бұрын
Holy 🐄 Cow! There IS one artisanal knife maker IN the country 🤯🤯 I mean there are Filipinos that can play with the big leagues of the world when it comes to their craft but watching other videos around these parts have shown me this things are unique and crazy expensive too not to mention you need to go to Japan or something. I'm just fascinated that there's an artisanal knife maker in the country. 👍🏼👍🏼 to Sean!
@indakgalak
@indakgalak 2 жыл бұрын
This is functional art! Beautiful and useful at the same time! Would be hard to use coz of the artistry that went into it, but also sad if you just put it on display coz then it would lose its function… Great job Sean Alonzo and Featr!
@antoniolim762
@antoniolim762 2 жыл бұрын
You know you have a true artisan here when he said..."I can rush a knife...but...I Don't Want To!!!...with a smirk...more power to your endeavor...and ty for the vid!!!
@Nanogrip
@Nanogrip 2 жыл бұрын
Some of the best talents in the world are from the Philippines. These are some of the most exquisite knives I have ever seen! Great job!
@okiksotam6763
@okiksotam6763 2 жыл бұрын
Gunggong! Proud to be k na naman!
@mikaelgaming4153
@mikaelgaming4153 2 жыл бұрын
Haha ayan nanaman kase binibida ung pinas gunggong
@notsoberoveranalyzer8264
@notsoberoveranalyzer8264 2 жыл бұрын
It’s still sad what happened with the baseball tournament… Without a doubt many talented people come from the Philippines, it’s a small nation with so many different groups & languages. It trains the mind, food place for competition but also communication so there are more minds to solve problems. Also because language one of the biggest aspects that dictate how people think, problem solve, amd even impacts values. It’s also a nation of so many islands, so many of the populations arrived via boats, which in turn formed DNA. As Maritime travelers needed: Fearlessness, skillful at problem solving, ability to tinker, mindset of independence. Recently it was confirmed that DNA changed with experiences including memories/thought.
@notsoberoveranalyzer8264
@notsoberoveranalyzer8264 2 жыл бұрын
It’s a small place, unlike other island heavy nations. All throughout history it’s had influxes of various groups around the world. There being so many cultures, languages and societies communication has been so vital & problem solving( creating ideas, concepts etc) I’ve always found it fascinating that astrology ( for maritime traveling) was developed often in regions that weren’t maritime heavy. Specifically looking at Central&South America, Christian & Islamic nations and even central China. All through history, often without any form of communication or record keeping. For Island nations I’ve tried speculating as to why not. If it’s due to being forced to coexist with nature more so, so time/energy was focused on that or if it was a factor like, things grow so fast and smaller populations would lessen the chances to have ideas/thoughts continued, or like the lottery if it just is chance to have someone born at the right time, inspired by the right things. ( Philippines continue to dramatically impact the globe with inventions, answers to problems like bamboo replacing plastics, particular plant life that can’t be found else where etc.) Sorry a bit of a rant, I’m just throwing out random information to see if any sticks and you have any thoughts/corrections.
@michaelvictorgonzalesrebcs4075
@michaelvictorgonzalesrebcs4075 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Amazing! Very inspiring to watch someone so dedicated to his craft.
@josefrootgum
@josefrootgum 2 жыл бұрын
$2000 for that is cheap. It's a work of art. A must get for knife collectors.
@ecilatnecniv
@ecilatnecniv 2 жыл бұрын
yeah! it's a working piece of art...
@zzzzxxxx341
@zzzzxxxx341 2 жыл бұрын
Ok, you buy them for $999B if you have money like that.
@pesd8575
@pesd8575 2 жыл бұрын
In the ph. $2000 is a 3-4 months worth of salary.
@TheScalyArab
@TheScalyArab 2 жыл бұрын
@@pesd8575 in Australia, that is an obscene amount of money for a knife.
@ddizon666
@ddizon666 2 жыл бұрын
@@pesd8575 he deserved it he work smart
@jokerjoker007
@jokerjoker007 2 жыл бұрын
Wow those knives are beautiful. Love the copper wave pattern in the knife.
@boz3066
@boz3066 2 жыл бұрын
Stunning!!! Thank you for sharing!
@jorenzlorenz
@jorenzlorenz 2 жыл бұрын
This guy can be a demon slayer blacksmith 👏👏. Beautiful knives.
@vi683a
@vi683a 2 жыл бұрын
Gratz bro. Expat here in Philippines. I wish to follow you and just become a amateur knife maker in the next five years. Knives are life!
@redsun5826
@redsun5826 2 жыл бұрын
So cool. I'm interested in one of your handmade knives.
@theEdgeCrusher12
@theEdgeCrusher12 2 жыл бұрын
This man is a true artist!
@wsky9646
@wsky9646 2 жыл бұрын
Very inspiring featuring Filipinos on different industries. Hope to see an episode about Software Engineers.
@VTRACK101
@VTRACK101 2 жыл бұрын
I really like FEATR. because they did not reveal the process on how do it. And I LOVE IT they really secure the originality of the artisan. BRILLIANT ! ❤️❤️❤️
@jorgebose8684
@jorgebose8684 2 жыл бұрын
as usual. great vid. thanks
@DeaneGoodie
@DeaneGoodie 2 жыл бұрын
Bruh. No ones gonna talk about the cinematography of this video? The shots are amazing! Good job!
@tan4582
@tan4582 2 жыл бұрын
It's freaking awesome
@RafaelTheMusician
@RafaelTheMusician 2 жыл бұрын
That is definitely, definitely a quality knife! Good job!
@coahuiltejano
@coahuiltejano 2 жыл бұрын
gorgeous art!
@perz777
@perz777 2 жыл бұрын
Now i have someone to follow. Keep up the good work
@petrinagana4876
@petrinagana4876 2 жыл бұрын
Coloring of this vid is super nice good job to the prod and editing team also
@rolypolyyy
@rolypolyyy Жыл бұрын
Seeing his $3500 prices for a custom chef knife --that will likely never touch food-- makes $500 hand-forged Japanese knives look like a steal. I would like to support a fellow Filipino, but this guy is already catering to the wealthy. At his selling price point and the cost of living in the Philippines, this kid lives like a king
@leiariola6171
@leiariola6171 2 жыл бұрын
I like using different kinds of knives when I cook. This is crazy amazing! Makes me proud of him as a Filipino. How can I order one?
@ddizon666
@ddizon666 2 жыл бұрын
Is a link below
@banfreecs9441
@banfreecs9441 2 жыл бұрын
Oh man what a talent galing hands down I love the art of the knife.
@joemurray6586
@joemurray6586 2 жыл бұрын
amazing commitment he has, I always buy the best I can find, I am going to start off with 2. quality craftmanship is hard to find, I found it right here.
@vinn3327
@vinn3327 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful , well done mate that wouldn't be used it would be a collector peice.. 👍
@angelicajulia321
@angelicajulia321 2 жыл бұрын
FEATR! Thanks for this!
@sekreuzdeor2539
@sekreuzdeor2539 2 жыл бұрын
What an amazing art
@edwinisaac3802
@edwinisaac3802 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! beutiful knives, and the design are stunning.
@jin0075
@jin0075 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent content, and cinematography. It reminds me of "Great Big Story".
@that75_ishguy8
@that75_ishguy8 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Sean.. big salute to you bai.. kana bitawng maka hilak ka sa pagka well made! Haaaiz.. Sean.. keep it up bai. Am a fan of blades.. your work belongs to great international knife maker. Nakaka proud🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
@ecproth9296
@ecproth9296 2 жыл бұрын
This is amazing.
@piescestv4195
@piescestv4195 2 жыл бұрын
A good work of art
@carionatividad2008
@carionatividad2008 2 жыл бұрын
Damn! That's sick! 🔥
@yourasa1213
@yourasa1213 2 жыл бұрын
Wow. Very cool, bro. Keep it up.
@mindfulnessmeditation2255
@mindfulnessmeditation2255 2 жыл бұрын
Respect , absolute respect 💥
@juneiltalisic9914
@juneiltalisic9914 2 жыл бұрын
Really good design. I hope to own one of this functional piece of art someday.
@damon123jones
@damon123jones 2 жыл бұрын
What an amazing aesthetic he's an incredibly talented artist
@andrewbrown9327
@andrewbrown9327 2 жыл бұрын
Best I have seen.
@rajm.5819
@rajm.5819 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful knives!!!
@nickacoutin2505
@nickacoutin2505 2 жыл бұрын
Those are Art !
@deantan4080
@deantan4080 2 жыл бұрын
Wohooo this will reach international audiences more and more
@joserizal8523
@joserizal8523 2 жыл бұрын
Best presentation to promote the filipino knives. God blessings upon you
@Mike-zi6le
@Mike-zi6le 2 жыл бұрын
Your definitely Japanese Filipino.... It's in your Blood to have this knife talent. Great looking knives! I want one and will get it ✌🏼 keep it going
@lesarandmira3689
@lesarandmira3689 2 жыл бұрын
Cool knives. Finally, a Pinoy who values quality of products. Pinoys usually go for what is cheap and affordable these days that our products tend to be low-end. In my opinion this guy has a good mindset of making quality knives even if it cost more. Don't get me wrong but I like products to be cheap and affordable but not to the cost of losing quality.
@motuekyaneck3974
@motuekyaneck3974 2 жыл бұрын
Baaaai!!!! PROUD ILIGANON HERE BAI!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!! It Gives me goosebumps when u said you were from iligan!! Latnanay kini!!!! Proud iliganon!!! ♥️🤘🇵🇭
@el-media6434
@el-media6434 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Taga Iligan! Congrats and more power!
@azkalsphil
@azkalsphil 2 жыл бұрын
Ui si lodi!!! 🤩🤩
@justing6614
@justing6614 2 жыл бұрын
Very beautiful knives.
@Cooked-with-Love
@Cooked-with-Love 2 жыл бұрын
I was in dilemma recently about whether to splurge on a Japanese knife I spotted on etsy. This video gives me a better understanding, I think it's gonna be worth it. Thanks 🖤
@bobmarley2140
@bobmarley2140 2 жыл бұрын
if you dont know how to properly use and care for a japanese single bevel carbon blade knife dont bother. you will hate it. VERY fragile edge VERY hard to sharpen. if its on etsy its probably TRASH
@g.mendoza8138
@g.mendoza8138 2 жыл бұрын
Very well done 👍😊👍
@ricoricks1331
@ricoricks1331 2 жыл бұрын
Woah! 6 minutes and 40 seconds is soooo bitin... Kinda want more... 🙂 It's a great episode team FEATR!
@tan4582
@tan4582 2 жыл бұрын
Very detailed
@itsbarnardperalta
@itsbarnardperalta 2 жыл бұрын
Followed balete blades after erwan unveiled his in one of the vids. I could not not notice it.
@dt9094
@dt9094 2 жыл бұрын
You are a genius, your work is outstanding. Make sure your renumeration is that as well.
@6527mjap
@6527mjap 2 жыл бұрын
Holy F…. They are extremely expensive!! I am not a chef but I do love cooking. What sean is making is a dream knife for a chef.
@bm1006
@bm1006 2 жыл бұрын
these look stunning maybe someday I can afford one
@cooker4000
@cooker4000 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Damascus blades. I would end up cutting stuff just so that I could keep on using your knives. I am partial to Santoku knives for the practical design and lack of the redundant pointy bit in most knives. Jag ,Singapore
@MrIanstein808
@MrIanstein808 2 жыл бұрын
Beautifully Made😍 🇵🇭
@singy1980
@singy1980 2 жыл бұрын
Very impressive young man! Knowledgeable…. Modest…. Skillful …. eloquent speaker, and seem like a very ethical craftsman. Wish you success….! USA, 3/2022.
@rendb7148
@rendb7148 2 жыл бұрын
That's a Filipino for you .. what a nice unique knife blades, an art of mind .. i like the name Balete Blades I suggest you use some balete curve roots as a handle ..
@bryandfirst8861
@bryandfirst8861 2 жыл бұрын
love this guy.. been following him in IG and I hope I can purchase a knife from him soon 🤞🤞
@originalgoldengoddess
@originalgoldengoddess 2 жыл бұрын
When I have my own place I will invest in these knives... coz products like these are a lifetime type thing If you look after them definitely an investment I love anything that's well made and good quality... and I want to support more entrepreneurs and talents from the Philippines 🇵🇭 🔪
@jd5179
@jd5179 2 жыл бұрын
Blades are works of art . I know a bunch of dudes will pay top dollar for these blades . Kudos from Napa California
@rodalarracas8593
@rodalarracas8593 2 жыл бұрын
I am proud for another Filipino doing something great!Mabuhay ka kabayan!
@TheSpanishKitchen
@TheSpanishKitchen 2 жыл бұрын
My job is to use a knife more than 10 hours a day. I think your products are wonderful and I am very interested in them. Are they available in the UK?
@mylesdlm
@mylesdlm 2 жыл бұрын
He CAN rush the knives but he just couldn't. A true artist!
@richardromero7742
@richardromero7742 2 жыл бұрын
Ang Galing!
@boneheaded9751
@boneheaded9751 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a professional full-time knife maker. Why not do both? I switch between doing large batches and one-off customs. That's why I got into this, so I can do whatever the fuck I want, cuz I'm my own boss (also cuz I like making things:) Also, it may not seem like it, but you actually make more money doing larger batches and selling them for half the price than one-off customs at $1500 to $2000 a pop;)
@greyson042290
@greyson042290 2 жыл бұрын
if i have this kind of knives on collection... i am hesitate of using this work of art, instead i will mount it on my wall and appreciate that work for my eyes only
@carlspackler9550
@carlspackler9550 2 жыл бұрын
A true master of his class.
@kaiztrajonmeneses924
@kaiztrajonmeneses924 2 жыл бұрын
You make that beautiful knife. You will become famous one day. Hope you can join competitions like forge in fire and became a champion.
@blackmamba3427
@blackmamba3427 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing knife.
@user-tr1mw5vt3j
@user-tr1mw5vt3j 2 жыл бұрын
Masterpiece
@noelmirando
@noelmirando 2 жыл бұрын
That looks freaking awesome! Im not sure if I'll use it though. Its too pretty!
@featrmedia
@featrmedia 2 жыл бұрын
Haha! We understand why you'd feel that!
@cpo415
@cpo415 2 жыл бұрын
OK, I love this guy.
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